Before I was a mom, I had grand plans about my kids eating only fruits and vegetables with no processed sugar. I imagined that my kids would eat everything I made for them – or if they got hungry enough they would eventually eat. If you are a parent, you’re probably laughing because you know … Read more
You figured out your camping gear, used our camping meal plan to plan your food and feel generally really ready to tackle your camping trip. Except you just realized you have no idea what the kids are going to DO the whole time. Rest assured that many a camping kid has been fully entertained by … Read more
Food preparation for camping trips can be a point of stress for many people. Planning what to make, how to make it, and remembering all required ingredients and cooking supplies can be a big challenge. Over the years, we have found that having a repertoire of favorite make ahead camping meals is a huge help … Read more
If you are going to take kids on a thru-hike (or really any long-distance backpacking trip), you need to think a bit more carefully about gear than if you were just taking them in a mile or so to basecamp at a lake for your backpacking trip. If you get nothing else from this post, … Read more
Camping gear and supplies are great gift ideas for campers during the holidays. These are gifts that can last for years, especially if you go for quality gear that can enhance a family’s experience outdoors.
It seems nearly everyone is feeling the pinch these days of increased grocery prices. Planning meals for camping doesn’t have to be expensive! While pre-packaged freeze-dried camping meals can be convenient, they are not cheap – often over $6 per serving! While top ramen and hot dogs have their place, we put together some budget … Read more